Biofuels Flashcards

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How does biofuels produce elctricity

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It uses the chemical energy from dead organisms and burns them

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biofuels Examples of fuels

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Manure, straw and nutshells

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biofuels Advantages

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Carbon neautral
Renewable
Can be used in vehicles
No specialist machinery needed

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biofuels Disadvantages

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Low energy output
Large areas of land needed for trees or animals
Could increase food prices

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